Congratulations to Coach Tony Sparano and the AFC East Champion Miami Dolphins… After last years 1-15 embarrassment I wasn’t expecting much this year, but damn, if they didn’t surprise everyone and win the AFC East! They’ve got a though game against the Baltimore Ravens next week so I’ll hold off celebrating until the last down […]
A Quick & Dirty Camera Review
I mentioned yesterday that I’d bought a Nikon Coolpix P80 digital camera. As general rule I’m not a fan of “point and shoot” cameras but I’ve always kept one handy for family get-togethers or other times when trotting out a full size SLR isn’t convenient or practical… If you’ve ever been crawling around the inside […]
First Photos From My New Camera
I picked up a new camera this morning, a Nikon Coolpix P80. So far I’m impressed… Here’s a few test shots.
To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine
To every Soldier, Sailor, Airmen and Marine at home and abroad… Merry Christmas, Thank You, and may God Bless you and keep safe.
Merry Christmas
Dear Readers, a friend sent me this a few years ago and I thought I’d pass it on: A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer By S. Omar Barker (1894-1985) I ain’t much good at prayin’, and You may not know me, Lord- I ain’t much seen in churches where they preach Thy Holy Word, But you may […]
Big Shoes To Fill
In a little less than a month Barack Obama will take the oath of office and become the 44th President of the United States. In some respects he’s going to have some pretty big shoes to fill… From the Wall Street Journal: The President Comforts a Marine Mom By William McGurn, Wall Street Journal, December […]
WSJ: Conservative Snobs Are Wrong About Palin
John O’Sullivan, a former senior advisor to Margaret Thatcher, offers a spirited defense of Sarah Palin in today’s Wall Street Journal: Conservative Snobs Are Wrong About Palin I know Maggie Thatcher. The two women have a lot in common. By John O’Sullivan, Wall Street Journal, December 23, 2008 Being listed in fourth place for Time […]
The Cutest Christmas Video Ever
Here a little something that’s guaranteed to brighten your day. 🙂
Sarah Palin: Conservative of the Year
Human Events has named former Republican Vice Presidential candidate, Alaska Governor Sarah Plain “Conservative of the Year. You can read Ann Coulter’s article about it here and Human Events Political Editor John Gizz’s interview with Gov. Palin here.
Breaking: Global Warming Continues Its Assault on Dogpatch
Here we go again… An additional 3-7 inches of global warming are expected in Dogpatch today virtually guaranteeing us a white Christmas. Updates when warranted.
Send a Card to Hannah
Hannah Garman is a 4 year old from Lancaster County, Pa., who was diagnosed with a rare, incurable brain tumor in October. Hannah’s mother died of cancer two years ago. Hannah’s wish for Christmas this is to get a lot cards… You can send her a card @ Hannah Garman 259 North Reading Rd. Ephrata, […]
Say It Ain’t So: Congress Gives Itself a Raise
Only in Washington… Roughly 2 million Americans have lost their jobs, the economy is a mess and the same idiots in Congress who are whining about CEO compensation and perks give themselves a $4,700 a year pay raise. Talk about being tone deaf! It’s no wonder why their approval ratings are in single digits.
Hey Al, I Got Your Global Warming Right Here Buddy
It looks like we’re going to have a white Christmas here in Dogpatch… 8-12 inches of global warming are forecast.
MoblieMe Helps Nab iPhone Thief
I was reading RISKS Digest this morning and came across this little gem from TUAW: iPhone thief thwarted by MobileMe sync by Brett Terpstra on Dec 17th 2008 at 9:30PM To say that MobileMe hasn’t made everyone happy may be a bit of an understatement. We don’t generally hear from the satisfied customers, but we […]
Son of a Bailout – Bush Gives Auto Makers $17.4 Billion
President Bush this morning morning announced a $17.4 billion bailout plan for auto makers. Under the terms of the plan GM and Chrysler would receive $13.4 billion in loans in December and January, with another $4 billion likely available in February. The deal is contingent on the companies’ showing that they’re financially viable by March […]